1974 Lada Riva vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | Riva | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2576 mm |